Author: Divya Tonse

Get ready for fast breaks, big laughs, and nonstop fun as the Harlem Wizards face off against CJMS staff and other Wootton cluster teachers! We are excited to share that Mr. Lee, Mr. Tejo, and Mr. Lauer will be participating in the upcoming game. We invite our school community to come out and support them. All Cabin John Middle School students are encouraged to attend and join in the fun. Purchase Tickets Here.

*When purchasing tickets, please be sure to select “Cabin John MS” from the school dropdown menu at checkout.

Cabin John, in partnership with Bookworm Central, is excited to host our Fall Book Fair in the Media Center this November.

• Opening Night: Friday, Nov. 7th, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm during SGA Fall Movie Night. Parents: Great time to shop with your student and also grab some holiday gifts
• Open During School: Monday, November 10th to Friday, November 14th, during school hours. Parents: Stop by during the CJMS Open House on Tuesday, November 11th

Discover a wonderful selection of books for every age and interest, from exciting new releases to beloved classics. It’s a great opportunity to find your next favorite read and support our school at the same time. Check out our catalog preview here.

New This Year: We’re offering eWallet, a safe and easy digital payment option for on-site student purchases. Create or log in to your child’s eWallet to get started. Every purchase from the Book Fair helps us earn rewards and resources for our school.

Volunteers Needed: We’d love your help to make this event a success. Whether you can assist with setup, cleanup, or work a shift or more during the fair, your time and support make a big difference. 

Sign Up to Volunteer

The Cabin John Middle School PTSA is proud to participate in the 2025-2026 National PTA Reflections Program. 

We are now accepting submissions for this year’s theme: “I Belong!” 

Display your creativity via Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, or Visual Arts.

For details, submission forms, contest rules, and questions, please visit: https://cabinjohnptsa.org/reflections-arts-program/.  

Submission Deadline: Friday, December 5, 2025.

We’re almost there—just 9 members away from reaching our goal of 450! When you join the PTSA, you’re not just helping us fund programs, events, and resources that make our school shine, you’re joining a community that supports every student and family. Plus, members get access to our online PTSA Directory. Let’s reach this goal together—join the PTSA today and help us cross the finish line!

Join and Donate HERE!

The Cabin John MS Counseling Department is partnering with the Salvation Army for a second year to support Montgomery County students in need this holiday season. The CJMS community will sponsor 50 students.

There is a giving tree in the main office by the VMS. Each tag (“angel”) represents a student and lists four gift categories:

• Need: essentials like diapers, shoes, coats, or grooming/hair kits
• Want: a toy from their age range (no bikes, scooters, tablets, drones, or other high-cost items)
• Wear: clothing such as pajamas, socks, underwear, shirts, or pants
• Read: a book

When you choose an angel, please plan to purchase all four items (Need, Want, Wear, and Read) for that student. For many of these children, these may be the only gifts they receive this holiday season.

How to participate:

1. Take an angel from the tree (feel free to take more than one if you’re able).
2. Scan the QR code on the tree to let us know which student you selected.
3. Take a photo of the tag in case it gets misplaced.
4. Drop off all unwrapped gifts at Cabin John Middle School by Wednesday, December 3.

For any questions, please contact Ms. Poole in the counseling office at Jennifer_A_Poole@mcpsmd.org or 240-406-1560.

Step into the colorful world of Dr. Seuss as the Patriot Players bring your favorite characters to life in Seussical KIDS! From the Cat in the Hat’s mischievous grin to Horton the Elephant’s big heart, this musical adventure celebrates imagination, friendship, and believing in yourself, no matter how small. 

Join us as we travel through the Jungle of Nool and the tiny world of Who-ville, where anything is possible when you think and dream. Filled with catchy songs, whimsical costumes, and joyful energy, Seussical KIDS is a heartwarming celebration of creativity and community that audiences of all ages will enjoy. 

So grab your truffula trees, dust off your top hats, and come support the Patriot Players November 8th, at 2:30pm and 6:30pm! 

Get your tickets here

Learn the fundamentals of computer science and programming through fun, hands-on Python projects.

MCode offers beginner and intermediate classes for all experience levels:

• Beginner Class: Covers the basics of Python and core computer science concepts through engaging projects that build logic and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate Class: Expands on prior knowledge with data structures, game development, and Object-Oriented Programming.

Completely free – just bring your laptop or school Chromebook.
Participate in fun events like Coding Fests!

Interested?
Email: cjmscoding@gmail.com
Learn more and register.

Join MCode at CJMS! We are a club where students will learn the foundations of computer science and the basics of programming languages such as Python and will use those skills in fun projects and exercises. 

We have multiple classes for varying levels of experience with computer science at Cabin John. Our beginner Python class is open to all and teaches the fundamentals of computer science through the widely-used and popular programming language Python. Students will be given projects to help them develop their programming skills as well as logical and problem solving skills. Our intermediate Python class builds on the skills taught in the beginner class as students learn to build data structures, create games and projects, and learn Object-Oriented Programming. This club is completely free, and students will need nothing but their laptops or school-provided chromebooks for either class. Interested students will have the opportunity to participate in fun activities like Coding Fests! 

If you are interested:

Email cjmscoding@gmail.com for questions
For detailed information and registration, see our website.

Register here: (Web Registration) – (Form Registration)

Rockville Memorial Library invites families to a free screening of Can’t Look Away and an opportunity for teens to earn 3 SSL hours for attending. PLEASE REGISTER for one of the following dates here:

    September 21st, 2-5pm: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/14284582

    October 19th, 2-5pm: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/14284583

Upcoming Screenings

Stay tuned for upcoming screenings at Potomac and Kensington Park MCPL branches in November and December/ If you are interested in hosting a screening at a library near you, please email technology@mccpta.org.

About the Film

Can’t Look Away is a film about the dangers of social media. The film makes the connection between harmful algorithms and the negative consequences to young users. Across the state and nation, communities just like ours are urgently pressing for reform to address the risks young users face when engaging on social media platforms. We have an opportunity through this free film to educate families on the dangers of social media, what is at stake, how to stay connected and informed, and how to seek help for an impacted child or youth. 

Thank you to all the parents and staff who have stepped forward to volunteer this year. You’re amazing! There are still a few more roles we’re looking to fill. Support and training are provided.

• School Cleanup Day — New this year, we’re partnering with the school to sponsor two cleanup days (October 11 & April 25 from 9am-11am) to help beautify the school and provide opportunities for students to earn SSL hours.
• Online Auction — The PTSA aims to provide additional fundraising options and is currently exploring the possibility of hosting an online auction in the spring. We are looking for volunteers to help organize the auction and solicit donations. 
• Fundraising — As the PTSA looks to increase fundraising efforts this year, we’re seeking help with general fundraising. Bring your creativity and skills! We’re considering a Color Run in the spring.
• Staff Appreciation Week (Held May 4-8, 2026) — We are seeking volunteers to help organize initiatives that show our amazing staff how much we appreciate them. Responsibilities include arranging volunteer signups and coordinating giveaways/food. Work with the PTSA Board to manage budget and donations.

If you can help — either leading a committee or helping out — please fill out this form, and we’d love to talk. We have a lot to accomplish this year, and we need every family to help!